NU girls hoop squad defeated at Harvest Prep

By Bob Putman

North Union’s girls hoop squad lost for just the second time this season on Thursday as the Lady Cats were defeated 76-43 at Harvest Prep,

They were in contention in the first half, trailing 38-32 at the intermission.

North Union, however, scored just 11 points in the second half while Harvest Prep ...

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